MAKES 6 SERVINGS.,VEGAN,Chipotle chilies give this highly spiced dish a peppery smoky nuance; seitan contributes a faux 'meat' texture.,Heat oil in large saucepan.,Add in onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic: saute/fry 5 to 7 min.,Stir in crushed tomatoes, beans, water, seitan, chipotle chilies and seasonings.,Cook uncovered over low heat, stirring occasionally, about 25 min.,Add in water if necessary during cooking.,______,Serve with hot bread and a dollop of low-fat yogurt if you like, Makes 6 servings.,Note: Chipotle chilies, or possibly smoked jalapenos, are available dry or possibly canned in adobo sauce, a pickling brine of tomato, vinegar and spices.,To use dry chipotles, stem, seed and toast in a dry cast-iron skillet or possibly on a baking sheet in a 250-degree oven 2 to 3 min.,Transfer chilies to bowl; cover with warm water.,Let stand till rehydrated.,about 20 min.,Mince or possibly puree with soaking liquid.,Canned chipotles in adobo sauce can be seeded, and chopped or possibly pureed as desired.